| Common Name | Pencil Tree / Devil's Backbone |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Tithymaloides |
| Origin | Caribbean / Tropical Americas |
| Blooming | Small yellow-green cyathia, primarily in summer months under bright light. |
| Leaf Color | Green stems with occasional reddish-purple hues in strong sun; leaves small and deciduous. |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Specialized cactus/succulent mix with high drainage (perlite, pumice)
Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce drastically in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting stems.
Requires bright light to maintain stem color; direct sun tolerated in summer but avoid scorching heat.
Apply diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer). Stop in Winter.
Wear gloves and eye protection due to toxic sap; prune dead or leggy stems to encourage branching.
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